Privacy Policy for 10.653 Seconds

Introduction

10.653 Seconds ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how our attention training app handles your information.

Information We Collect

Data Stored Locally on Your Device

• Progress Data: Your current level, success/failure statistics, and highest level achieved
• App Settings: Your preferences and configuration
• Device Identifier: An anonymous UUID for Firebase contribution tracking
• Screen Time Selections: Your chosen apps to block (stored by iOS, not transmitted)

Data Collected by Firebase

• Anonymous Contributions: Your completed attention training seconds (without personal identification)
• Contribution Count: Number of times you've contributed
• Device UUID: Anonymous identifier (not linked to your Apple ID or personal information)
• Timestamp: When contributions were made

How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information to:

• Track your personal progress within the app
• Display global attention training statistics
• Improve app functionality and user experience
• Enable Screen Time blocking features through Apple's API

Data Storage and Security

• Local Storage: All personal progress data is stored locally on your device using iOS UserDefaults
• Cloud Storage: Only anonymous contribution data is stored in Firebase Firestore
• No Personal Information: We do NOT collect, store, or transmit:
  • Your name, email, or Apple ID
  • Phone numbers or contact information
  • Location data
  • Photos or media files
  • Browsing history
  • Any personally identifiable information

Third-Party Services

Apple Screen Time API

• Used to enforce app blocking as part of attention training
• Managed entirely by iOS on your device
• We do not have access to your Screen Time data or settings

Firebase Firestore (Google)

• Stores anonymous contribution statistics
• Subject to Google's Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
• No personal data is transmitted

Apple In-App Purchase

• Subscription processing handled by Apple
• Subject to Apple's Privacy Policy: https://www.apple.com/legal/privacy/

Your Data Rights

You have the right to:

• Access: View all data stored locally through the app interface
• Delete: Delete all local data by deleting the app
• Opt-Out: Stop using the app at any time to cease data collection

Data Deletion

• Uninstalling the app deletes all local data immediately
• Anonymous Firebase contributions cannot be deleted as they are not linked to your identity
• To delete your subscription data, cancel through iOS Settings → [Your Name] → Subscriptions

Children's Privacy

This app is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided information to us, please contact us.

Screen Time and Parental Controls

This app uses Apple's Screen Time API for self-imposed app blocking. This is NOT a parental control tool. The app is designed for adults to train their own attention span.

Subscription Information

If you purchase a subscription:

• Processing is handled entirely by Apple
• We receive anonymous transaction confirmations
• No payment information is stored by us
• Manage subscriptions through iOS Settings

Data Retention

• Local Data: Retained until you delete the app
• Anonymous Contributions: Retained indefinitely for global statistics
• Subscription Data: Managed by Apple per their policies

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted with an updated "Last Updated" date. Continued use of the app after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

International Users

This app is available worldwide. By using the app, you consent to the transfer of information to the United States and other countries where Firebase operates.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy:

Email: zezepy070413@gmail.com

Legal Compliance

We comply with:

• Apple App Store Review Guidelines
• General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) where applicable
• California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) where applicable
• Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA)

Your Consent

By using 10.653 Seconds, you consent to this Privacy Policy.